MERRY XMAS - Dec. 24

Renan and I had a chill week. We went around Istanbul for a few days and then went to visit the calcium rich stones of Pamukkale, the Roman ruins of Ephesus and Izmir, the third largest city. These are very touristic places and it was nice to go in the off season when it is less crowded. It wasn’t warm, but the weather was alright, not too cold. Renan like Turkey a lot, even though he couldn’t understand a darn thing. My limited Turkish went a long way though. I bought a learn Turkish book to make more of an effort to learn the language.

It is Xmas Eve today and I am so lucky that Xmas day falls on a Saturday. I’m feeling the Xmas spirit and have had Xmas carols in my head the past few days. It’s ironic that the country St. Nick comes from doesn’t celebrate Xmas…..Heheh well, that doesn’t stop us. Us, trainees, are planning a nice dinner and party, Secret Santa, Opera and clubbing filled weekend. This is the first time I’ve celebrated Xmas away from home. Hope you all are enjoying the holidays and Merry Christmas!!